Strategic Aerospace and Defence Initiative Information Booklet

Eligibility requirements and approval process

Approval process

The process for approving applications for funding from SADI comprises five phases and related decision points:

1. Preparation and submission of proposal
2. Eligibility screening
3. Assessment review
4. Due diligence review
5. Project approval

There is a final phase of contracting for any supported project to document the mutual obligations of the applicant and the Crown in a contribution agreement.

Phase 1 is the responsibility of the applicant, after self-assessing for eligibility.

Phases 2 through 4 are undertaken by ITO officials, based on the information provided in the proposal, and through meetings with the applicant and reviews by third-party experts.

Final approval is given, depending on the dollar amount involved, by the Deputy Minister or Minister of Industry, Treasury Board or Cabinet.